Lisa Kudrow's The Comeback ends with a cult classic legacy
Lisa Kudrow has returned to the spotlight with the long-awaited final season of The Comeback. The HBO Max series, which premiered its third and last instalment on March 22, has grown from a niche 2005 sitcom into a beloved cult classic. Over the years, its sharp Hollywood satire and Kudrow's portrayal of the delusional starlet Valerie Cherish have earned it enduring praise—and an unexpected revival in 2014. The show's journey began modestly in 2005, despite Emmy nominations for Kudrow. Early viewership was low, but its biting humour and Kudrow's performance slowly built a devoted following. By 2014, fan demand and critical acclaim led to a surprise second season, nine years after its original run. Now, with Season 3 confirmed as the definitive end, HBO Max has locked in its release regardless of ratings or reviews.
Kudrow, now 62, has embraced the show's resurgence while promoting its final chapter. At the Human Rights Campaign's Los Angeles Dinner on Saturday, she took the stage at the Fairmont Century Plaza in a sleek white power suit and blond bob. Photos from the event show her posing with *Sex and the City* star Kristin Davis and actor Dan Bucatinsky, both long-time friends and supporters. In recent interviews, Kudrow has spoken openly about ageing in Hollywood. She admitted to fearing the loss of recognition but found fans still connect with her work. Though she underwent a nose job at 16, she now champions natural ageing—even sharing her negative experience with Botox side effects in *The Hollywood Reporter*. Her candidness has added another layer to the public's fascination with her career, both on and off screen.
The final season of The Comeback marks the end of Valerie Cherish's chaotic reign as an iconic anti-queen. Kudrow's performance, combined with the show's razor-sharp satire, has cemented its place in television history. With the series concluding on March 23, 2026, its legacy as a cult phenomenon—and Kudrow's influence as a fearless, age-positive figure—will likely endure long after the credits roll.
